Successful aging: how does physical activity influence engagement with life?

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Jacqueline A. Liffiton
Sean Horton
Joseph Baker
Patricia L. Weir
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[1] University of Windsor,Department of Kinesiology
[2] York University,School of Kinesiology and Health Science
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Aging; Successful aging; Engagement; Physical activity;
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With the increasing number of individuals over the age of 65 years worldwide, it is critical for society to recognize the importance of helping seniors maintain their health, physical, and cognitive functioning as well as their engagement with life. These three dimensions provide the foundation for successful aging (SA). The positive role of engagement with life has been understated to date in the literature. This review highlights the components of SA with particular emphasis on engagement and how physical activity positively impacts engagement which in turn positively influences health and physical function.
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